Pharyngeal Raphe (Raphe pharyngis)
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Anatomy
The pharyngeal raphe is a strong median fibrous band situated along the posterior midline of the pharynx, extending from the pharyngeal tubercle on the basilar part of the occipital bone down to the esophagus, providing midline insertion for all three pharyngeal constrictor muscles.
Clinical notes
Provides structural continuity across the posterior pharynx; divided in transoral posterior pharyngeal approaches to the upper cervical spine.
Related structures
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FAQ
What is the role of the Pharyngeal Raphe?
The pharyngeal raphe is a strong median fibrous band situated along the posterior midline of the pharynx, extending from the pharyngeal tubercle on the basilar part of the occipital bone down to the esophagus, providing midline insertion for all three pharyngeal constrictor muscles.
Why is the Pharyngeal Raphe clinically important?
Provides structural continuity across the posterior pharynx; divided in transoral posterior pharyngeal approaches to the upper cervical spine.
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